“Open and Affirming (ONA) is the United Church of Christ’s (UCC) designation for congregations, campus ministries, and other bodies in the UCC which make a public covenant of welcome into their full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.”
Source: United Church of Christ
ONA WEBINAR – ONA AND THE BIBLE
Just seven verses in the Bible are sometimes an obstacle for congregations on their journey towards an Open and Affirming covenant. But there are more than 31,000 verses in the Bible! What does the Bible teach about our relationships with God and each other? And how should you respond when members of your church have questions about the seven verses often used to condemn same-sex relationships?
If more than one participant is sharing one computer (or watching one screen), you can register as a group and save!
1-3 participants: $30
4-6 participants: $60
7+ participants: $90
Learn more – and register for – this online ONA webinar
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When Religion and Politics Meet: A Conversation About the Role of Religion in the Electoral Process (United Church of Christ)
This webinar explores the role of people of faith in politics, what that role may look like, and how people of faith – and houses of worship – can engage in the electoral process in a healing, respectful and responsible way. It considers the questions: What are some of the legal guidelines for participation by people of faith? What are some of the uses and misuses of religion in political campaigns, and how can people of faith promote civil, thoughtful dialogue across differences on critical issues of the day.
This on-demand webinar includes Rev. Welton Gaddy, President of the Interfaith Alliance, and K. Hollyn Hollman, general counsel, Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty and it explores ways that you and your congregation can become involved!
Watch this on-demand webinar (WebEx required)
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Best Practices in an Annual Pledge Program (United Church of Christ)
Source: Massachusetts Conference, UCC
Review this webinar on the Best Practices of An Annual Pledge Campaign from the Massachusetts Conference of the United Church of Christ with Rev. Andy Gustafson.
Learn more about this online webinar from United Church of Christ
Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls (Insurance Board)
Source: Insurance Board
Learn how to make your church safer and reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls in this on-demand webinar.
Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Leader: Mary Lammermeier
Learn more about this online webinar from Insurance Board
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Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
Addressing Domestic and Sexual Violence: Tools for Faith Leaders – SERIES (United Church of Christ)
The Prophetic Voice: How do we preach?
June 15, 2011
Overview: How do we integrate addressing victimization into our preaching beyond a once-a-year special Sunday? Someone in your congregation is waiting for a word from the pulpit.
Abuse and Forgiveness: The Possibilities of Healing
June 8, 2011
Overview: For survivors of abuse, forgiveness is the last step . . . maybe. How do our theology and study of scripture guide our process?
Taking it to the Next Level: Healthy Teen Relationships
May 17, 2011
Overview: Technology has added a new twist to teen relationships – the Internet, texting, smart phones all present new opportunities and dangers. This webinar will address ways youth pastors and leaders can address healthy relationships and teen dating violence education into the youth ministry activities. It will address signs and components of healthy relationships as well as how to respond to teenagers involved in unhealthy relationships.
Sharpening Your Premarital Counseling Tools: Addressing domestic violence in premarital counseling
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Overview: This webinar will address the importance of screening for domestic violence. How to screen for past, current or potential domestic violence and affirm the components of a healthy covenantal relationship.
The Invisible Victims of Domestic Violence: Children’s exposure to domestic violence
March 22, 2011
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Overview: This webinar will look at the prevalence of and the effects on children who are exposed to domestic violence. We will specifically discuss some of the high risks for teens living in violent homes, their coping strategies, spiritual crisis and what churches can do to advocate for them.
Men’s Ministry: Men Stopping Violence Against Women
March 8, 2011
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Overview:
What is required of Our Brothers in the UCC in the movement to stop violence against women and girls? What can men do individually and collectively? This webinar will discuss the fundamentals of gender based violence and review successful secular community based and church models for men to stop and prevent domestic violence.
Ministry with Batterers
February 15, 2011
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Overview:
We have learned that survivor safety and empowerment are of primary importance. But— what does the batterer need to do to change? What is our responsibility to the perpetrator? What does it mean to hold the abuser accountable? Whose responsibility is it to make that happen?
Religious Resources and Roadblocks
February 8, 2011
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Overview:
Why do so many survivors of abuse leave the church? What are some of the main reasons women stay in abusive marriages? What religious teachings hold women hostage in abusive relationships? This webinar will address the spiritual crisis many survivors of abuse experience as a result of traditional teachings and misinterpretation of scripture as well as how clergy and lay leaders can help.
Ministry to Survivors of Domestic Violence
January 25, 2011
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Overview:
There are survivors in all of our churches. How can clergy and churches become safe places and people for survivors to seek help? What are the roles and goals of clergy and the congregation in response to domestic violence?
Preventing Domestic and Sexual Violence: What Churches can do
January 18, 2011
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Overview:
There are survivors in all of our churches. How can clergy and churches become safe places and people for survivors to seek help? What are the roles and goals of clergy and the congregation in response to domestic violence?
Is God Still Listening . . . to the Voices of Survivors
January 11, 2010
Materials:
- Recording of Webinar
- Powerpoint Presentation
- UCC Domestic Violence Survey Results
- Aleese Moore-Orbih Bio
- Marie Fortune Bio
Overview:
This webinar discussed the results of a survey conducted in 2009 to ascertain prevalence of abuse in families within the United Church of Christ and the capacity of our leaders to successfully respond. The Rev. Dr. Marie M Fortune, FTI Founder and Senior Analyst, and the Rev. Dr. Aleese Moore-Orbih, FTI Director for Training and Consulting, hosted this webinar symposium exploring:
- Theological and ethical issues of domestic and sexual violence
- The role of clergy and laity in responding and preventing domestic and sexual violence
- The importance of integrating domestic and sexual violence education into Christian education
- The importance of national, regional and local church involvement
- How safe and healthy families make safe and healthy congregations
- Strategies for moving forward
Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
When Religion and Politics Meet (United Church of Christ)
When Religion and Politics Meet: A Conversation About the Role of Religion in the Electoral Process
Although we have heard it said that religion and politics shouldn’t mix, people of faith can and do play an important role in the public square and the political life of our nation. But what might that role look like, and how can people of faith and houses of worship engage in the electoral process in a healing, respectful and responsible way? What are some of the legal guidelines for participation by people of faith? What are some of the uses and misuses of religion in political campaigns, and how can people of faith promote civil, thoughtful dialogue across differences on critical issues of the day.
Join us in this conversation with Rev. Welton Gaddy, President of the Interfaith Alliance, and K. Hollyn Hollman, general counsel, Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty to learn about ways that you and your congregation can become involved!
Watch the On-Demand video from the UCC (WebEx)
Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
Our Faith Our Vote (United Church of Christ)
This webinar explores a number of questions, including:
- Why we are involved in electoral politics and what is our unique voice as communities of faith?
- Our Faith Our Vote, a UCC campaign to assist congregations and members to be faithfully engaged in the electoral process.
- Election rules as they apply to congregations – what we can and can’t do.
- What is the Voting Rights Amendment Act? Why is it important for our right to vote and how can we support it.
- Role of “big” money in campaigns – Why this is an important issue and what we can do about it.
- Your questions and concerns
(Recorded June 5, 2014)
Watch the On-Demand video from the UCC (WebEx)
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BEYOND BINARIES: Welcoming the “B” in LGBT (Religious Institute/United Church of Christ/Metropolitan Community Churches)
- One definition of bisexuality (hint: it’s not binary)
- New models of sexual orientation
- Debunking common myths and stereotypes about bisexual people, and learn about
- Research and data about bisexuality
- Bisexually-friendly interpretations of scripture
- Concrete steps to make your faith community more welcoming to bisexual people
This webinar comes from the Religious Institute and is sponsored by the Office of Emerging Ministries and the Online Learning Center of Metropolitan Community Churches and the Office of Health and Wholeness Ministry of the United Church of Christ.
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